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How to pronounce gathers in American English

“gathers” pronunciation by American speakers

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“gathers” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. the DNA gathers together and forms a pellet.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

  2. States, like most other nations around the world, gathers intelligence.

    The Obama White House

  3. And then it waits again and gathers more of that energy.

    NSF

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